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Why is it suggested to shift to gas-operated vehicles and e-vehicles?
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- Lower local air pollution: Vehicles running on CNG/PNG emit much less smoke/particulate matter than petrol or diesel vehicles, reducing smog and respiratory harm.
- Very low tailpipe emissions from EVs: Battery vehicles produce almost no tailpipe pollution, so they cut urban pollution sharply where they replace ICE vehicles.
- Lower CO2 and energy use per passenger: Shared electric public transport and more efficient vehicle types reduce CO2 per passenger‑km and use less energy overall than many private ICE trips.
- Policy and climate goals: Many jurisdictions are pushing bans/targets on new petrol/diesel sales and promoting EVs/gas vehicles as part of meeting emission reduction goals.
- Part of broader climate strategy: Shifting transport away from oil and toward low‑carbon electricity and cleaner fuels is a recommended measure to limit global warming.
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